This past weekend I had the privilege of running @daybreakracing 's Tillamook Burn Trail 50-miler for the second time! The course is challenging and beautiful, the volunteers are amazing, and the event as a whole is just awesome. The added bonus was that I was able to shave 48 minutes off last year's time, coming in at 9:47:33! It was the perfect finish to a fun family vacation in Oregon. Thank you @christophersimons, @shaunasimons and my father-in-law for coming out and spending the weekend with us! 📸: @crystalchanelphoto

14 miles of hill reps and 4200 ft of climb this morning! I can honestly say that I love to run hills but I'd be lying if I said it was a pain free endeavor. During the climbs I practice embracing the discomfort. I think about all the good in my life and the things I'm grateful for. The climbs become a space for meditation, mindfulness, and a time to appreciate the ability and freedom to move!